Welcome to Colne

Colne is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It is situated on the River Colne and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks in Colne is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Colne is also known for its natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The River Colne is also a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are many scenic walks and bike rides to enjoy in the area. Colne is a peaceful and tranquil village, and it is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Despite its small size, Colne has a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local businesses and amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and a pub. There are also several community events and activities throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The people of Colne are friendly and welcoming, and visitors to the village are sure to feel at home.

Local Schools

School	Details
Oxhey Early Years Centre La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Gemma Williamson Hayley Yendell	Eastbury Road Oxhey Watford Hertfordshire WD19 4RL 01923330300 School Website
Laurance Haines School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sebastian Gray	Vicarage Road Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0DD 1923233146 School Website
Field Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jeannette Brooks	Watford Field Road Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0AZ 01923221877 School Website
Watford Grammar School For Girls Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dame Sylvia Tai	Lady's Close Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0AE 01923223403 School Website
Watford Field School Infant And Nursery Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Nicky Selby	Neal Street Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0WF 01923227306 School Website
Bromet Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maria Pace	Oxhey Road Watford Hertfordshire WD19 4SG 1923481310 School Website
South West Area Pupil Referral Unit Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mrs Steve Mcshannon	Chessbrook Centre Tolpits Lane Watford Hertfordshire WD18 6LJ 01923212025 School Website
Chater Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Laurie O'brien	Addiscombe Road Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0WN 01923446686 School Website
Holywell Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Coert Van Straaten	Tolpits Lane Watford Hertfordshire WD18 6LL 01923225188 School Website
Chater Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Amrit Bal-Richards	Southsea Avenue Watford Hertfordshire WD18 7NJ 01923221060 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Watford High Street 182 Watford High Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 2NW 0.75 Miles

Bushey Pinner Road, Watford, Greater London, WD19 4EA 0.80 Miles

Carpenders Park Prestwick Road, Watford, Greater London, WD19 7DT 1.29 Miles

Watford Junction Station Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1EU 1.40 Miles

Watford North Bushey Mill Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7DS 2.21 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Reachers Cars And Mini Buses Ltd 01923 212223 333 Vicarage Rd, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 6JD 0.40 Miles
Watford Cabs 01923 232312 352 Vicarage Rd, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 6JN 0.43 Miles
Norton Cars 01923 236606 Benskin Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0HN 0.51 Miles
Herts Taxi 07897 475747 83 Harwoods Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7RQ 0.53 Miles
Private Hire Operator 01923 248830 85 Vicarage Rd, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0EJ 0.55 Miles
Cassio Cars 01923 803603 276 Whippendell Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 7NL 0.63 Miles
Enzo Prestige Hire 01923 630077 85 Market Street, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 0PT 0.67 Miles
A C Newline Cabs 01923 222121 Bushey &Amp; Oxhey Railway Station, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 4EA 0.78 Miles
Newline Cabs 01923 461234 Bushey Station, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 4EA 0.78 Miles
Kendalls Cars 01923 238058 Ye Corner Chalk Hill, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 4BS 0.86 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
97 Eastbury Road (P.O) Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cardiff Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hagden Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harwoods Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vicarage Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Watford Fields Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
79-83 Tolpits Lane (Holywell Po) Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Merton Road Market Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sydney Road Watford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Queens Avenue Ex P.O Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower High Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whippendellp.O Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
King Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
168 High Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bushey Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Holywell Surgery	83B Tolpits Lane Holywell Estate Watford Hertfordshire WD18 6NT
Meadowell Surgery	87 Cassio Road Watford Hertfordshire WD18 0QN
Watford Health Centte - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	21 Upton Road Watford WD18 0JP
Watford Health Centte - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	21 Upton Road Watford WD18 0JP
Watford Health Centte - Covid Local Vaccination Service	21 Upton Road Watford WD18 0JP

Local Stores

Watford - Carpenders Park
11 Parade
Carpenders Park
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD19 5BL
02084 288049
Store Website
1.37 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Colne
Wiggenhall Road
Watford
WD18 0FS
01923 243732
Store Website
0.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vets4pets Watford Century
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Century Retail Park Dalton Way Watford Hertfordshire WD17 2SF 01923 802587 watfordcentury@vets4pets.com Website 0.65 miles
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Medivet Carpenders Park
15 The Parade Delta Gain Carpenders Park Watford Hertfordshire WD19 5BL 020 8428 7371 carpenders.park@medivet.co.uk Website 1.37 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Blythwood Vets
2 High Street Bushey Watford Hertfordshire WD23 3DN 020 8950 2002 info@blythwood.com Website 1.47 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Blythwood Vets
Waterlane House Sandy Lane Northwood Middlesex HA6 3HA 01923 820059 info@blythwood.com Website 1.49 miles

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Park Veterinary Centre
256 Cassiobury Drive Watford Hertfordshire WD17 3PA 01923 223321 Website 1.81 miles
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Medivet 24 Hour Watford
237 St. Albans Road Watford Hertfordshire WD24 5BP 01923 243429 24hour.watford@medivet.co.uk Website 1.87 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Cassiobury Park And Grand Union Canal
This Short Hertfordshire Walk Explores Watford's Cassiobury Park Along With A Section The Grand Union Canal. Cassiobury Park Is The Largest Public Open Space In Watford Comprising Of Over 190 Acres Of Green Space Stretching From Watford Town Centre To Woodland And Countryside To The West Of The Town. WD18 7LG 1.29 miles The Car Park Is Signposted From The Centre Of Town And Rickmansworth Road With Brown Tourist Information Signs.

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Ruislip Woods
Large Woodland. Lots Of Routes To Walk, Comes Out At Ruislip Lido. There Are Many Entrances. Ruislip Woods 3.55 miles It'S Probably Worth Checking The Website And Figuring Out Which Way You'D Like To Enter

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Ruislip Lido
Ruislip Lido Lancashire 3.85 miles

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Stanmore Country Park
Lovely Views Over London. Circular Walk And Woodland/Pasture Walk. Nature Trail And Good Pathways. 2 Wood Ln 3.98 miles

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Sarratt
A Gentle, Flat Walk Through And Around The Historic Village Of Sarratt, In Hertfordshire. Sarratt Sits In An Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Surrounded By Fields Which Go Down To The Chess Valley Riverbed. WD3 6AS 4.66 miles Sarratt Is Located In The County Of Hertfordshire, Two Miles North-East Of The Town Of Chorleywood, Five Miles North-West Of The Major Town Of Watford, And 20 Miles North-West Of London. Sarratt Lies Just South-East Of The Buckinghamshire Border.

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Kings College Playing Fields
Open Fields For Dogs To Walk Freely And Safe. 36 Manor Way Ruislip Lancashire HA4 8HD 4.78 miles

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